Hops & Vine

Scott Bagus and Brian Mathenge have track records of attracting crowds of different backgrounds to their respective former establishments, but neither found the sustainable long-term success desired. Now as partners, they are hoping their new bar Rock Steady will be one of Denver’s premier nightclubs and in the process become the new face of Denver’s melting pot of nightlife and…

We talked with Chief Wine Officer and Master Sommelier, Brett Zimmerman about The Great Oregon Wine Company rooted in Oregon. You don’t need to travel far for the perfect pair to a great meal. Here are some expert tasting notes from Brett Zimmerman himself.

Regulars call Fort Greene a hidden gem — an apt description for this Globeville bar with plenty of unexpected surprises inside. We asked owner Eleanor Cheetham for insider secrets on what really makes the bar so special.

Finding the right liquor that everyone likes is challenging. Whether you’re a dark, whiskey drinker or a light, vodka drinker, everyone has a unique taste and preference for their drink of choice. But Fred and Susan Lesnick of Black Canyon Distillery in Longmont, Colorado, have figured out the magic recipe. Their whiskey and vodka have such an authentic, creative flavor…

Would taste best with: A dish on the lighter side (and who doesn’t need a lighter meal after the holiday rush) would do well to not overpower the unique flavors found in this saison. Try it with a stir fry or veggie kebob.